The Role of Radiotherapy in Familial, Multiple and Symptomatic Cerebral Cavernomas
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Stereotactic radiosurgery is an effective and safe method that can help prevent the development of deep-seated or large-sized cavernomas. However, there are limited studies on familial, multiple and symptomatic cerebral cavernous malformations (CCM). The approach in these cases is not yet clear. This case is a CCM that can be confused with other brain masses and metastases, and contributes to the literature in terms of genetic transmission, management and treatment of cavernomas.
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cerebral cavernous malformation, radiotherapy, familial transmission
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Cihan, Y. B., Türker, Y., & Demir, Şeyma. (2025). The Role of Radiotherapy in Familial, Multiple and Symptomatic Cerebral Cavernomas. Current Cancer Reports, 7, 290-292. https://doi.org/10.25082/CCR.2025.01.005
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